Part Time Public Safety Officer

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Location:

Middle Georgia State University, Middle GA | Regular/Temporary:
Temporary | Full/Part Time:
Part‑Time.

This part‑time position performs support duties for the university police department, including visible campus patrols, crime prevention, parking monitoring, key requests, traffic control, and other related assignments.

• Perform visible patrols throughout the campuses to deter crime and provide assistance as needed.
• Unlock doors and assist with access control on campus.
• Work rotating shifts, days, nights, and weekends.
• Audit call boxes and alarm systems to ensure they are in working order.
• Assist in fire drills and other emergency training drills.
• Assist with student escorts.
• Respond to calls for assistance when necessary.
• Monitor parking lots and issue parking citations.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as making student IDs or answering phones.
• Support the police department in special events for parking and crowd control.
• Observe and report unsafe practices, suspicious activity, and coordinate with the police department concerning emergencies.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain duty logs.
• Follow established protocols.
• Perform other administrative and job‑related duties as assigned.

Required Educational Qualifications
GED is required.

Required Other Qualifications
Ability to read, write, and perform tasks associated with the position is required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must complete any assigned training courses relevant to the position.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
College attendance is preferred.

Preferred Experience
Knowledge of Middle Georgia State University is preferred.

Other Preferred Qualifications
Prior security, customer service, or comparable experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Interpersonal relations and dealing with the public.
Oral and written communications.
Computer and software programs (e.g., Word, Excel).
Proficient with Microsoft Word and related department software.

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity organization. Recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and education are conducted without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating employment eligibility with MGA.